Learn more about the GDT and the GDTA
With such a spectacular natural wonder, and a passionate community, there’s no end to the stories. On this page you’ll find all sorts of unique insights about what it’s like to experience the trail, and to volunteer with the association. If you like what you see, consider subscribing to our newsletter so you don’t miss out on this great content.
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Latest Publications
Waypoints
Waypoints is the GDTA’s monthly email newsletter has Trail News; Events; Trail Building Trips; Contests; and other things related to the GDT
Pathfinder
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Pathfinder Newsletter – Spring 2024
The Spring 2024 edition of the Great Divide Trail’s Pathfinder Newsletter is now available! This edition features information about the…
Pathfinder is the GDTA’s bi-annual online magazing-style newsletter, filled with lots of great news and articles from hikers and GDT fans.
Recent Blog Posts
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Pathfinder Newsletter – Winter 2023/24
The Winter 2023/24 edition of the Great Divide Trail’s Pathfinder newsletter is now available! This edition features articles on trail…
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Preparing for a Great Divide Winter
By Jenny Feick, PhD All pictures were taken by Jenny Feick unless otherwise credited. Relatively few intrepid souls traverse the…
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Pathfinder Newsletter – Spring/Summer 2023
This edition of the Pathfinder Newsletter includes important announcements, and information to help plan your 2023 summer on the GDT…
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Cold Soaked Couscous Salad
by Melanie Sampson Oftentimes while summer hiking, I find myself craving something cold, something fresh, something crunchy – something “salad-y”.…
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Great Divide Trail Film Fundraiser
by Kate Hamilton, photos by Lisa Belanger The Great Divide Trail Film Fundraiser, brought together outdoor enthusiasts, and supporters to…
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Getting to Know Geartrade
by Michelle Hebenton Geartrade.ca was founded in 2012 in Okotoks, Alberta by an outdoor enthusiast and entrepreneur who saw a…